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U n d e r n o r m a l o p e r a t i n g c o n d i t i o n s , t h e u s e o f o v e r d r i v e i s
recommended. Road speed is increased, operating noise is reduced
and fuel economy is improved. Take advantage of overdrive whenever
possible.
INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS
The instrument panels in this vehicle contain the gauges, warning
lights and controls necessary to run the vehicle and its systems. The
switches are designed to allow convenient driver access, and the
gauges and warning lights are designed to be read at a glance.
For safety reasons, do not place packages, tools or other items in the
driver's area that may restrict access to the controls or sight of the gauges.
The following is a general guide to the instrument panel and controls
on these vehicles.
INDICATOR AND WARNING LIGHTS
The indicator and warning lights tell the driver about the status of
certain vehicle operations or systems. These indicator and warning
lights are located on the instrument panel.
By activating certain controls and switches, an indicator will light to
confirm the selection and operation of equipment or system. However,
a warning light should automatically turn on to visually alert the driver
when a vehicle system has or is about to have a malfunction, unless it
is during a bulb check or as otherwise described in the following
explanations.
activated.
Headlights High Beam Indicator Light
The indicator lights up when the headlight high beam circuit is
turned on.
Exhaust Brake Indicator Light
The indicator light comes on when the exhaust brake switch is
raised, and the engine is running.
NOTICE: During ABS operation, the exhaust brake may be inactive
even though the exhaust brake switch is in the "ON" position and
the indicator light is lit.
When traveling over an uneven road surface, the exhaust brake
may disengage for short intervals even though the brake pedal is
not depressed.
Turn Signal Indicator Light
The indicator light flashes when the turn signal switch has
been activated, or when the hazard light circuit has been
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